Billie Eilish Opens Up About Grieving Her Pre-Fame Teen Self

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Billie Eilish has opened up regarding the pressures of being a superstar. The 21-year-old singer has admitted that she grieves the teen version of herself as she gives a new interview with Vogue. Billie first shot to fame in 2015 and now boasts over 100 million Instagram followers

Downside To Fame

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Billie has approximately 50 million monthly Spotify listeners. The singer, who is also affiliated with brands including Nike and luxury label Gucci, has spoken out about her thoughts.

Her Teen Self

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Speaking to Vogue, Billy said: "I was 13 when I put stuff out for the first time. I look back at who I was, when fewer eyes were on me. I grieve that. I strive to be that kid again." Billie also reflected on self-hatred and spoke about struggling with body confidence issues while in her teens.

Body Image Issues

"Going through my teenage years of hating myself and all that stupid s**t," Billie added. "A lot of it came from my anger towards my body. How mad I was at how much pain it's caused me, and what I've lost because of things that happened to it. I felt like my body was gaslighting me for years."

Joining Other Celebs In Raising Awareness

Also known for having opened up on body-image issues and eating disorders are celebrities including singer Taylor Swift and pop star Demi Lovato, plus actress Lily Collins.

Real Or Fake?

Billie has separately discussed the concept of reality within the entertainment industry.

"I know the ins and outs of this industry, and what people actually use in photos, and I actually know what looks real can be fake," she has told The Guardian.

Career Explodes

Billie is now a solid A-Lister and remains known for her voice and her style, once solely a baggy pants and shirt look.

Releasing Second Fragrance

In late 2022, Eilish made headlines for dropping her second scent in under twelve months. She released Eilish no. 2 shortly before the holidays.

Sheer Dress Promo

Billie promoted her new scent by posing in a sheer and black mesh dress amid a dramatic rain setting, instantly making headlines for it. Also known for offering fans fragrances are music faces including pop sweetheart Ariana Grande and R&B star Beyoncé.

Nike Shoes

With fame comes brand interest. Billie boasts footwear collections with giant Nike. Meanwhile, fellow pop singer Dua Lipa is the face of rival brand PUMA, also fronted by singer Selena Gomez.